Uncle Seth News

Uncle Seth reunite to cover Dolly Parton's "Jolene"

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 16:44:00 -0500

Early 2000s indie roots-rock band Uncle Seth reunited recently to record a boisterous and bluesy version of Dolly Parton’s classic “Jolene”, as a tribute for her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year. The single will be available via all major digital services on November 11.

Formed in Scarborough in 1999, Uncle Seth were a staple of the Ontario music scene until their break-up in 2007. During their time together they released an LP, an EP, and a handful of singles. The band became darlings of the early independent podcast community, which helped them score showcases at podcasting events and music conferences in Toronto, Kingston, Boston, and New York. No strangers to reinterpreting songs by iconic women, Uncle Seth received a Toronto Independent Music Award in 2006 for their version of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides, Now.”

Uncle Seth went through a variety of line-up changes over their time, and the new recording brings together players from across the history of the band. Mainstay members Amaya Thompson (lead vocals), Jeff Jones (guitar), and Jay Moonah (harmonica) are featured on “Jolene”. Moonah has recently achieved notoriety with his one-man blues band Broke Fuse, including a nomination for New Artist at the 2022 Maple Blues Awards. Jenn Kee, a founding Uncle Seth member and veteran of Classic Albums Live and Brit Floyd, provides backing vocals. The recording is rounded out by a robust rhythm section featuring Drew Moncarz (bass), Mark Kitchen (percussion), and dual drummers Chris Patheiger and Frank Baraczka. Renowned producer/engineer Brian Moncarz (known for his work with Alice Cooper, Our Lady Peace, The Trews, Julian Taylor, Philip Sayce, and countless others) recorded the band at Hapi Hipi Studios in King City, with Jones producing and mixing the track.

“Jolene” (Dolly Parton) - 3:43

Performed by Uncle Seth

Produced, mixed, and mastered by Jeff Jones

Recorded by Brian Moncarz at Hapi Hipi Studios, King City, Ontario, Canada

Amaya Thompson - lead vocals

Jeff Jones - guitar, clavinet, additional percussion

Jay Moonah - harmonica, accordion, backing vocals

Drew Moncarz - bass

Mark Kitchen - percussion

Chris Patheiger - drums

Frank Baraczka - drums

Jenn Kee - backing vocals

Website: www.musicface.com/uncleseth

Lame Suburban Poetry 20th Anniversary remaster

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:18:00 -0400

Uncle Seth’s full length debut Lame Suburban Poetry has been remastered for release on August 15, 2022 via all digital stores and streaming services. The 15th marks the exact 20th anniversary from the record’s original release in 2002.

Perennially on the verge of the cusp of something greater, Uncle Seth truly found its voice in the kind of song craft that is fully on display in Lame Suburban Poetry.

These songs have since been painstakingly remastered in lossless audio from Brian Moncarz’s brilliant original mixes this release includes pristine versions of all 15 original tracks.

Also being released this month, is an EP called Lame Suburban Demos, which is exactly what it sounds like, and Playing Shaker (and other things best left unseen), a collection of ‘lost’ Uncle Seth recordings that speak to the personality and experience of the band better than anything else.

For streaming links, please visit the Uncle Seth website.

Every Day I Wake

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:28:00 -0400

In advance of our gig at C'est What on Thursday, we're pleased to present our EP "This Little World" for streaming and download on SoundCloud.

These three previously unreleased songs were performed by Uncle Seth and recorded summer 2007 by the amazing Brian Moncarz. The cover image is by our fabulous friend, artist Mile Murtanovski.

Enjoy!

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Fri, 7 Sep 2012 11:50:00 -0400

It's less than a week until the big C'est What show. Naturally we'd love it if you could join us in person, but we know not everyone can make it to Toronto or for that matter out of the house on a school night. Luckily, there is a streaming option for you to enjoy in the comfort of your home, office or hot air balloon.

Audio via the C'est What's "whatsnextradio":

http://69.162.101.45:8000/ and click "Listen"

If you can't join us in the room, please join us online!

UPDATED: A previous version of this post included a Ustream video option which will no longer be available. Our apologies!

Play the tape machine, make the toast and tea...

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:39:00 -0400

In anticipation of our September 13th gig, we're very excited to introduce the Uncle Seth mobile site/app. That's right, we're goin' mobile and we want you to join us for the ride. The app includes brand new music in the form of our new EP, "This Little World." These three previously unreleased songs were recorded in 2007 by the excellent Brian Moncarz and our friend Mile Murtanovski has provided some lovely cover art to go along with it.

Check out the app now via this link or by scanning the QR code here. Enjoy!

We're back!

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:36:00 -0400

It's true! The first Uncle Seth show in 5 years is happening on September 13, 2012 at one of our all-time favourite venues, C'est What in Toronto. It all started with singer Amaya Thompson contacting the other band members about doing a show to, as she put it, "commemorate the 5th anniversary of my 25th birthday." Jay Moonah, Chris Patheiger and Blake Papsin answered the call, and recruited bassist extraordinare Mark Sinclair to help fill out the sound. The cover for this show is just $6. You can purchase tickets in advance on the C'est What website. We hope to see you at C'est What on September 13!

Uncle Seth Podcast #31: Facebook

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 3 Jul 2007 20:34:00 -0400

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Amaya and Jay, as usual being slightly behind the cutting edge, talk about Facebook.

Music: This Little World from C'est What, Toronto - 02/24/2007

Uncle Seth Podcast #30: Has Canadian Political Satire Lost It's Edge?

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:09:00 -0400

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Amaya and Jay debate the "edginess" (not to be confused with "truthiness") of current Canadian political & social satire on television. Ooooo, sounds heavy. Well not really, not the way we do it.

Music: Rain from C'est What, Toronto - 02/24/2007

NXNE Showcase TONIGHT - 3 ways to check it out!

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Thu, 7 Jun 2007 10:09:00 -0400

There are 3 ways you can check out the Uncle Seth showcase for North by Northeast happening tonight:

Come to C'est What at 67 Front St. East in Toronto - great food, great drinks and in particular tonight, GREAT music!

Visit PodShow Gardens in Second Life starting at 6 pm SLT

Check out the live Shoutcast audio stream from C'est What

The other acts on the bill are grand:pm, Valery Gore and Nadine Medawar, all of whom will be making their Second Life debut. I've created a special page with more details at:

http://nxnevr.com/

Should be a fun night!

Uncle Seth Podcast #29: What's In A Name?

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sun, 27 May 2007 16:21:00 -0400

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The Uncle Seth podcast returns with lead singer Amaya explaining why she is no longer Tara and the fine art of being "Mitched", while bass/harmonica player Jay explains why no one ever calls him James -- except for one old weather man.

Music: Get Out Of My Face from C'est What, Toronto - 02/24/2007

Music Promotion on the Internet with Tod Maffin

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sun, 13 May 2007 09:24:00 -0400

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Tara took some time from her vacation in Vancouver this week to speak to our good friend Tod Maffin of CBC Radio about Uncle Seth's use of Internet technology for promotion. This is Tod's great piece that played on Radio One stations across this past Thursday. You can also find it on his blog at http://www.todmaffin.com/blog/. Thanks Tod!

Uncle Seth LIVE from NYC! (video)

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:27:00 -0400

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Our very good friend the fabulous Bill Deys recorded this video at our two-piece acoustic showcase at Stain Bar in Brooklyn. The show was part of PodCamp NYC. Thanks very much to Natalie Gelman for letting us horn in on her show, and Chris Penn for making the connection (which he does oh so well!)

Check out the setlist from the Stain Bar show for a list of songs.

Uncle Seth at PodCamp NYC

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Wed, 4 Apr 2007 19:19:00 -0400

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We're heading to PodCamp NYC. Are we excited? OH YEAH BABY!!!

Bum Rush the Charts TODAY!

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 08:26:00 -0400

Today is the day to Bum Rush the Charts! The podcasting and social media community is working together to take “Mine Again” by the band Black Lab to number one in the iTunes charts.

And if you buy through this affiliate link, part of your purchase will go to a special scholarship program created by my friend Christopher Penn and his gang over at the Student Loan Network.

Promo: vote for your favorite 80s songs at mcflies.com

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Wed, 7 Mar 2007 12:27:00 -0500

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In the spirit of cross-promotion and fun, we'd like to invite you to vote for your favorite 80s songs at mcflies.com. The McFlies are the all-80s, all-acoustic band featuring myself, Chris, and five of our friends from the Toronto music scene "folkin' the eighties"!

Visit mcflies.com and cast your vote now!

Uncle Seth Podcast #28: Songs We'd Like To Cover

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sat, 3 Mar 2007 15:00:00 -0500

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The members of the band share ideas for cover songs... once they finally get going.

Music: My Eyes - November 25, 2006 from C'est What & the U-Turn Cafe in Second Life

Coverville Idol second place finish!

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sat, 3 Mar 2007 08:58:00 -0500

I'm happy to report that Tara's and my version of Emerson Lake & Palmer's "Still... You Turn Me On" placed second in the 1973 edition of Coverville Idol! Only Andrew Rothman's terrific version of "Papa Was A Rolling Stone" got more votes. Thanks to all who voted, and to the always amazing Brian Ibbott of Coverville. And congrats to Brian on his upcoming show #300, a great milestone!

Live streaming from PodCamp Toronto

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 23:44:00 -0500

Thanks to our friends from Ryerson University and C'est What Brew/Vin Pub, it appears the vast majority of PodCamp Toronto happenings will be available in realtime via streaming media links.

Visit the schedule page for the Quicktime video links for each presentation room, and for the Shoutcast audio link for Saturday night's performance from C'est What featuring Uncle Seth, +nurse & Sean McGaughey:

http://podcamptoronto.pbwiki.com/Schedule

Unfortunately these streams will not be monitored at all times so we can't promise they will always be up, but with any luck you'll be able to partake in a great deal of the PodCamp Toronto from the comfort of your broadband connection.

Please feel free to blog or otherwise pass this information along to anyone not lucky enough to be here in Toronto for what promises to be an amazing weekend!

Uncle Seth Podcast #27: Pop Music Beefs

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 10:32:00 -0500

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The gang airs their beefs with the popular music of the moment.

Music: Civic - November 25, 2006 from C'est What & the U-Turn Cafe in Second Life

Coverville Idol! Cast your vote.

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 11:34:00 -0500

We are very proud to be a part of Coverville Idol! Coverville, as you may know, is the fantastic all cover song podcast hosted by the very excellent Brian Ibbott. Coverville Idol gives musicians the opportunity to submit cover songs on a certain theme. This time out the theme was all songs from 1973. To that end Tara and I recorded a stripped down version of the Emerson, Lake & Palmer ballad "Still... You Turn Me On" which Brian kindly included in the show. Check it out along with the other entries:

http://coverville.com/archives/2007/02/coverville_294.html

Much like the American & Canadian Idol shows, there are judges but the real decision makers are YOU the fans! So please check out the show and cast your votes. Obviously we'd love for you to vote for us, but there are some other good competitors worthy of your attention so check them out as well.

Voting and individual song downloads are on the Coverville site at:

http://coverville.com/idol/

Uncle Seth Podcast #26: Songs You Wish You Wrote

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 15:19:00 -0500

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The first ever podcast featuring all five band members: Tara, Chris, Jay, Mike & Blake! The gang talks about songs they wish they'd written.

Music: Little Pieces - November 25, 2006 from C'est What & the U-Turn Cafe in Second Life

Global National covers Uncle Seth in Second Life

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 16:31:00 -0500

A quick note to let you know that if you were at the Uncle Seth show last week in Second Life, you may have had your avatar face splashed across Canada via Global National News! Here's a link to the report:

http://musicface.com/uncleseth/global-video.html

Thanks to Stuart Greer and the folks from Global TV News for including us in this report.

Uncle Seth Podcast #25: Empty Resolutions

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 11:48:00 -0500

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For their last podcast of 2006 Tara, Chris and and Jay celebrate the time-honoured tradition of making resolutions you have no intention of keeping. Happy New Year everyone!!!

Music: Get Out of My Face - November 25, 2006 from C'est What & the U-Turn Cafe in Second Life

Anniversary Week happenings

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 11:17:00 -0500

Retailers would like you to think of this as "Boxing Week" but to us in Uncle Seth it will always be "Anniversary Week!" Yes, it's been 8 years since the very first Uncle Seth show, and to celebrate we have THREE special events -- two virtual and one in real life!

For those who missed our November 24th "simulcast" in the virtual world of Second Life, we'll be doing a replay at our brand new house in Second Life on SoHo Island as part of our housewarming party. The fun starts at 7 pm Eastern (4 pm Pacific) Time TOMORROW (December 27th). You can get there via our special URL:

http://secondlifeband.com/

And back in Second Life the very next night (Thursday December 28th), we'll be doing an acoustic show at Podcast Island's Death Before Decaf Coffee House at 7:30 pm Eastern (4:30 pm Pacific). You can get there by going to:

http://www.podcastpickle.com/index/podcastisland
(link is at the bottom of the page)

Finally, later on Thursday night you'll be able to catch Uncle Seth in the real world at Gary Seventeen's holiday party at the Renaissance Cafe (1938 Danforth Ave. in Toronto). We'll be on sometime after 10 pm for a 15-minute acoustic set, with lots of other great acts filling out the bill!

Hope you can join us for one of these events, and if not we hope you can catch you us 2007 -- it's shaping up to be an amazing year for Uncle Seth!

A Christmas Greeting from Uncle Seth

musicface.com (UNCLE SETH) — Sat, 23 Dec 2006 10:01:00 -0500

We have created a special online holiday greeting just for you (well, okay, actually not JUST for you, other people are going to see it too, but we really do want you to see it!) To see and hear the greeting, please visit:

http://musicface.com/uncleseth/sethmas06/

Thanks for your ongoing support of our musical endeavors, and enjoy your holidays.